Use caution Medical device recall · FDA · Published May 27, 2026

Dexcom G7 Sensors Recalled: Risk of Skin Infection and Inaccurate Readings

Dexcom recalls specific lots of G7 glucose sensors due to increased skin infection risk and potential for inaccurate readings that could lead to missed hyperglycemic events. Affected lots 1725204004 and 1725069002 were designated for destruction but were sold by Pharmsource.

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🇺🇸 FDA recall #Z-2574-2026Medical device Dexcom ›

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Certain lots of Dexcom G7 sensors originally designated as scrap and intended for destruction were stolen during the destruction process. The sensors were later sold to pharmacies and distributors by Pharmsource, LLC. Lot 1725204004 were designated for destruction because the G7 sensors were not properly sterilized and have an increased risk of skin infection if used. Lot 1725069002 were designated for destruction due to an increased risk of having no sensor readings available or experiencing sensor inaccuracy that includes the potential for missed detection of a hyperglycemic event or incorrect treatment decisions that can result in patient injury, including medical intervention to prevent permanent injury or impairment. Additionally, due to the unknown storage and handling and storage conditions these sensors may have undergone during the distribution, these sensors may present additional risk.

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Recalling firmDexcom, Inc.6340 Sequence Dr · San Diego, CA 92121-4356

✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer

Dexcom is recalling two specific lots of G7 glucose sensors because they were improperly sterilized and could cause skin infections. The sensors might also give inaccurate readings, which could lead to missed high blood sugar events and incorrect treatment decisions. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/49067-dexcom-g7-sensors-recalled-risk-of-skin-infection-and-inaccurate.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/49067-dexcom-g7-sensors-recalled-risk-of-skin-infection-and-inaccurate · Updated August 10, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-2574-2026

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“Dexcom G7 Sensors Recalled: Risk of Skin Infection and Inaccurate Readings.” GovInfoNow, updated August 10, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/49067-dexcom-g7-sensors-recalled-risk-of-skin-infection-and-inaccurate. Based on FDA recall #Z-2574-2026 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-2574-2026%22&limit=1).

The FDA announced on May 27, 2026, that Dexcom, Inc. is recalling certain lots of the Dexcom G7 US Retail Sensor/Transmitter 1-pack due to sterilization and accuracy defects. The agency stated that some sensors originally designated for destruction were stolen and sold by Pharmsource, LLC.

How to tell if you have it

Brand: Dexcom
Product Name: Dexcom G7 US Retail Sensor/Transmitter 1-pack
Model/Catalog Number: STP-AT-012
Lot Numbers: 1725204004 and 1725069002

The hazard

The FDA said certain lots were not properly sterilized, creating an increased risk of skin infection. Other lots had an increased risk of no sensor readings or inaccuracy, which can lead to missed detection of hyperglycemic events and patient injury.

Context

GovInfoNow's records show Dexcom, Inc. has 9 other recalls on record since July 12, 2019. Recent similar recalls include the FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus Sensor Recall for incorrect low glucose results (Nov. 24, 2025) and the FreeStyle Libre 3 Sensor Recall for carbon buildup causing incorrect low glucose results (Nov. 24, 2025).

How to tell if you have this one

Check for lot numbers 1725204004 or 1725069002 on the sensor packaging. The product is a Dexcom G7 US Retail Sensor/Transmitter 1-pack sold by Pharmsource, LLC.

Brand
Dexcom
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Sensor Lot Number
Look for lot numbers 1725204004 or 1725069002 on the sensor packaging.

How this recall unfolded

Recall timeline

FDA published this recall 35 days after the firm started it.

May 27, 2026Firm started the recall
Jun 24, 2026FDA classified it Class II
Jul 1, 2026Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report

Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.

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Where this comes from

The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2574-2026 (May 27, 2026) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2574-2026 to see it in context.
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